Aptis reading Test: General Tips and Strategies

APTIS Speaking Test: Sample Questions, Tips and Strategies 
In this article we will provide you with sample questions, model answers, general tips and strategies to prepare for APTIS 
speaking test. 
The Aptis Speaking parts 1, 2, 3 & 4 tests your ability to communicate in English in real-life situations. 
The test takes about 12 minutes and it is divided into four sections. Your responses will be recorded and marked by 
examiners. 
If you are taking Aptis Advanced, you will have 10 minutes to complete this part. 
This article will: 
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Briefly explain the nature of the test 
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Look at example questions 
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Discuss the Speaking skills required 
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Discuss common problems 
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Give you tips and advice 
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Provide your with strategies to use preparing for your exam and on exam day 
Part 1: Sentence comprehension
You will be asked three questions about yourself and your interests. You are expected to speak for 30 seconds for each 
question. 
Example questions:
1. Please tell me about your best friend. 
2. What do you like to do in your free time? 
3. Tell me about your country. 
Please visit our exam library to access free simulated APTIS speaking tests database.
Part 2: Describe a picture, express an opinion, and provide reasons and explanations
You will be asked to describe a photograph, then answer two questions on the topic of the photograph. The questions are 
about you and the examiner will ask you to talk about your own experience of the topic. You will also be asked to comment on 
some more general aspects of the topic. In this part you are expected to speak for 45 seconds for each response. 
1-
Tell me about a time you learned something online. 
2-
Do you think people learn better online or in classrooms? 
Part 3: Describe, compare, and provide reasons and explanations
You will be asked to describe two photographs. After that you will be asked to answer two questions on the topic of the 
photographs. The questions will ask you to compare some aspect of the topic and to express an opinion on or speculate about the 
topic. Again, you are expected to speak for 45 seconds for each response.